Tax Assistant (Direct Tax) Jobs in Chennai CA Firm and Accounting Firm

📋 Job Description

Jobzi is sourcing qualified candidates for Tax Assistant (Direct Tax) positions in Chennai's private CA Firm and Accounting Firm sector. This is a full-time opportunity with a reputed Chartered Accountancy and Audit employer in Chennai offering competitive salary, structured growth, and a professional work environment. Tamil communication skills are preferred alongside English for professional and business interaction in Chennai.

📌 Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file income tax returns for individual, HUF, and corporate clients
• Compute taxable income and tax liability under various heads of income
• Reconcile Form 26AS and Annual Information Statement with client records
• Deduct and deposit TDS on time and file quarterly TDS returns
• Prepare advance tax computation schedules for clients
• Assist in responding to income tax notices and queries from the department
• Maintain a client-wise tax compliance calendar and track filing deadlines

🎓 Qualifications and Requirements

• B.Com or CA Intermediate with income tax knowledge mandatory
• Experience or internship in direct tax filing and TDS compliance preferred
• Familiarity with the Income Tax Act 1961 provisions for individuals and companies
• Ability to compute income under salary, house property, business, and capital gains
• Working knowledge of the income tax e-filing portal
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Tally for tax data preparation
• Good organizational skills to manage multiple client tax files and deadlines
• Good Tamil and English communication skills for team coordination and client interaction in Chennai.

✅ Required Skills